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Perfect for reading aloud, this collection of colour poems is sure to grab the attention and inspire any young reader to explore their own world of colour. Using rhyme, metaphor, similes, personification, onomatopoeia and alliteration, they look at the role that colour plays in our lives and are an excellent resource for teaching poetry. Colour plays an imporant part in all our lives but is so much more than simply the shade of a physical object. Colour can describe our inner most thoughts and feelings, whilst also taking us on a journey to a specific place or time. This collection of colour poems explores the world around us and the role that colour plays in our lives. Written by a former teacher, these poems use rhyme, metaphor, similes, personification, onomatopoeia and alliteration, and are a perfect resource for teaching poetry to children in Primary School. With stunning illustrations throughout, these poems are sure to grab the attention and inspire every reader (child and adult alike!) to explore their own world of colour. The book also features some useful 'writer's tips' for those wishing to write their own colour poems.
This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about Somerset’s remarkable military history.
Explore Wiltshire's military heritage, from Roman times to the present day, in this illustrated guide.
The military heritage of Cornwall from medieval times to the present day. This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about Cornwall’s remarkable military history.
A fascinating exploration of the local history of the castles and fortifications of the West Country.
Explore the military heritage of Devon from Roman times to the present day. This book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about Devon’s remarkable military history.
Uncovers the remains of nearly 400 Home Guard emplacements scattered across Somerset, Dorset and Devon.
The Isle of Wight has been a popular holiday destination since the Victorian times, with the island known for its mild climate, beautiful scenery and historic connections. It also sits right at the entrance to the important Southampton and Portsmouth docks and because of this, there are a number of impressive castles and fortifications located on the island, including Carisbrooke Castle. Throughout history, the importance of the Isle of Wight has been recognised by invaders and the island was attacked by the Vikings, the Normans, the French and most recently, the Germans during the Second World War. Cowes was the home of Saunders-Roe, the military aircraft and vehicle manufacturer and in the Cold War, the Needles Battery was the testing site for Britain's Blue Streak nuclear deterrent missileThis book will be of interest to all those who would like to know more about the Isle of Wight's remarkable military history.
Join Alfie on an adventure of a lifetime as he is transported back to the streets of ancient Rome! Helped by local boy Diocles, can Alfie escape from the Roman army and return home? The start of a new school term is anything but ordinary as Alfie somehow finds himself on the cobbled streets of ancient Rome. With local boy Diocles offering to help him, they are soon accused of stealing, leaving them with two choices... surrender to the Roman army or run! After sneaking through glorious villas and sprinting through crowds, they are eventually captured by the soldiers and taken to the Colosseum. Faced against a mighty gladiator, have they met their match or can they escape? With beautiful illustrations and an informative factual section (that contains some startling revelations about the book!), any young reader will soon be researching the Roman empire for themselves. Reading for pleasure at its best, this is a page turning adventure story that with inspire and engage young readers.
This beautifully photographed selection of fifty of Wiltshire’s most precious assets shows what makes it such a popular destination.